Overall rating (best variant)
Safety ratings
2018 Ram 2500 Crew PU/CC 2WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ram 2500 Crew PU/CC 4WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ram 2500 Mega PU/EC 2WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ram 2500 Mega PU/EC 4WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ram 2500 Regular PU/RC 2WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ram 2500 Regular PU/RC 4WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
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Recalls (10)
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULECampaign 24V896000 · 27/11/2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and traction control systems to fail.
Risk: A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake HCU, or replace the HCU motor, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 9, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B.
- STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTIONCampaign 19V021000 · 25/01/2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Risk: A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
- EQUIPMENTCampaign 17V824000 · 21/12/2017
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGCampaign 18V332000 · 17/05/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
- STEERING:LINKAGESCampaign 18E096000 · 16/10/2018
Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.
Risk: The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATORCampaign 25V010000 · 16/01/2025
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERACampaign 18V398000 · 14/06/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATORCampaign 25V592000 · 11/09/2025
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 83C, 91C, and 92C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCHCampaign 19V347000 · 09/05/2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
Risk: If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONCampaign 18V100000 · 08/02/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Risk: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.
Owner complaints
Most-reported areas
- SERVICE BRAKES447
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM109
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL72
- HYDRAULIC71
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE43
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER23
- STEERING17
- POWER TRAIN12
Read individual complaints (50 most recent)
These are unverified consumer reports filed with NHTSA, shown as submitted.
- 12/31/2025· SERVICE BRAKES
A recall was issue 1 year ago for the issue below. This issue has yet to be resolved. The dealer informed me they could fix it at my cost but left little or no hope for the reimbursement. One year is sufficient to come up with a fix. I have constant alarms going off on my truck which is very distracting. I have parked my truck as it poses an unsafe condition. Manufacturer Recall NumberC4B NHTSA Recall Number24V-896 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary Some (2017-2018 MY Ram xxx) vehicles may have been built with a brake hydraulic control unit ("HCU") that is susceptible to failure or malfunction which may result in a reduction or change of Anti-Lock Brake System ("ABS")/Electronic Stability Control ("ESC") /Traction Control performance. A failing HCU will initially result in the intermittent loss of ABS/Traction control progressing to permanent loss. Safety Risk The loss of ABS/ESC/Traction control may cause a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- 12/31/2024· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- 12/31/2024· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 30-70 MPH from Annapolis to Pennsylvania, the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light started to flash on and off. While driving over a bump in the roadway and while making a turn, the warning light activated persistently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- 12/31/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
ABS/Traction Control warning alarm constantly going off, and affecting cruise control.
- 12/31/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
At around 74,000 miles in December of 2023, a warning to "Service Electronic Braking System" and "Service Antilock Brake System" started to show up on the screen of my 2018 Ram 2500 6.7. The truck was taken to a Ram dealership and the fix to the problem was determined to be replacement of the ABS module in addition to replacement of the HCU. Apparently, the ABS module is faulty and is causing the HCU to go bad so both need to be replaced. Replacing only the HCU will not fix the problem. The truck has not yet been repaired as a new ABS module is not available until June of 2024. When driving, the on screen errors come up frequently at all driving speeds and the error is present the majority of the time while driving.
- 12/31/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service electronic brakes, traction control, and service trailer brakes light stays on.
- 12/31/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
The ABS module is defective on my truck which controls the antilock brakes, Anti slip function, and the cruise control. Dealer ship has diagnosed problem and ordered parts but the parts have been on back order for quite sometime with no ETA from RAM when parts will be available. My dealer ship says they currently are wating on 25 parts for different vehicles with same problem.
- 12/31/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
Flashing abs and traction control no cruise control Code C0020-02
- 12/30/2025· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Recall/Campaign: Ram/Stellantis C4B Problem: “Dealer says remedy/parts are not available / cannot schedule recall repair.” This has been a problem since 2023. Have not had ABS for years or 4x4 and i live in a snow environment. My breaks and rotors are trash from not having ABS.
- 12/30/2025· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the vehicle unintendedly shifted out of park(P) while the key was not in the ignition switch. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the parking brake was engaged to prevent the vehicle from rolling away. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the recall remedy parts were not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall remedy parts were not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure related to the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
- 12/30/2025· SERVICE BRAKES
I do not feel this recall - considering it is regarding BRAKES - has been remedied in a timely fashion. It started over a year ago. They obviously are not interested in addressing the fix. I assume they are taking the hit and paying off lawsuits as it is cheaper than actually completing the recall. But whatever the reason, they have not addressed this and my RAM repair location keeps telling me "parts are not available" to fix it. A recall was issued but it does not appear it has any teeth. What is the point? Please let me know if any action is imminent. It can also potentially effect the transfer of title if I chose to sell the vehicle. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
- 12/30/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
ABS intermittently turns off, brought to dealer and advised that ABS control unit and pump need replaced. Also went to service garage with same diagnosis. Dealer advised that the part in question, the ABS hydraulic control unit (HCU) was not available and would be redesigned maybe next year 2024. This problem has persisted since August 2023. It is dangerous to have the brakes compromised and the uncertainty of stopping prowess. The internet is full of identical issues concerning the 2017-2018 Heavy Duty Rams being afflicted with this issue. Chrysler should be accountable.
- 12/30/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
ABS system and traction control lights turn off and on intermittently. ABS pump and module have already been replaced and issue is still happening
- 12/30/2023· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
I'm just reporting the failure of my HRU as many RAM owners have experienced. The dealer ship replaced the part with the new model. When this fails it happened at highway speeds disabling the cruise control while towing a trailer. Becuase of busy traffic and under heavy weight when the truck fell on its face. I was almost rear-ended due to the sudden loss of speed. Very dangerous when towing.
- 12/30/2022· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
Abs, stability control and cruise control are not working as they should. Dash is constantly displaying a warning error about the brakes and stability control.
- 12/30/2021· SERVICE BRAKES
I, along with hundreds (if not thousands) of other Ram 2500 and 3500 owners for years 2017 through 2018 have been having an issue with the ABS Module and Hydraulic Control Unit. Have contacted the dealership and it is a well known problem with the aforementioned parts, to the tune of a 3-6 month wait for the ABS Module. The module has a manufacturing defect that FCA/Ram will not admit to, and when in fault disables cruise control and causes ABS to malfunction, which could lead to locking up of tires in an emergency braking situation. This happens intermittently and sporadically for no apparent reason. I have video of the faults happening, but cannot upload the video due to it not being the proper format.
- 12/30/2020· STEERING
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 RAM 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DRIFTED TO THE RIGHT WITHOUT WARNING, WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED TWICE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR THE FAILURE HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V021000 (STEERING). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL BY DAYTONA DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM & FIAT (1450 N TOMOKA FARMS RD SUITE A, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32124). SOON AFTER THE REPAIR, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT HE HAD TO PAY A DIAGNOSTIC FEE OUT OF POCKET BEFORE THE VEHICLE COULD BE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT DECLINED THE OFFER AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY INFORMED HIM THAT THE WELDING TO THE SLEEVE ON THE DRAG LINK HAD LOOSENED. THE VEHICLE REMAINED IN THE POSSESSION OF THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 6,000.*DT*JB
- 12/29/2024· SERVICE BRAKES
whilst driving, the ABS/traction control warning lights will randomly come on, then go off, and come on again. Sometimes they stay off, other times it is constant dingining as the lights appear and disappear, then re appear. when they are on the traction Control, and ABS do not work. I feel the truck is unsafe in incliment weather, or panic sitiuations that require emergency braking, or slick conditions where Traction and stabili track is important.
- 12/29/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
ABS and traction control light comes up randomly. Sometimes comes on then off with a chime each time rapidly for the entire time the truck is driven. Or the lights will come on and just stay on. At times the brakes become hard to stop the vehicle. Also does not allow the cruise control to work. I use this truck to haul goose neck 8 ton dump trailer and a 36' fifth wheel not knowing if the truck brakes will work is very concerning. Took it to the Ram Dealership and was told needed to replace the ABS pump at $1260. Vehicle only has 63,000 miles.
- 12/29/2023· UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Driving along my ABS and TCS light intermittenly appear. I looked into this briefly and have noticed that there is a larger issue in this case. There are thousands of Ram 2500 owners who are having this issue. It is a defective part from the manufacturer and should be covered under a recall. I do not have the funds at the moment to pay for these repairs, so in turn I will be driving with not traction control and no anti lock brake system.
- 12/29/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
ABS sensor light comes on at random times. My truck just reached 100,000 miles. I've performed no troubleshooting but it is extremely intermittent, either the Service the Automatic or Service the Electronic Braking System(s). Usually, a bump in the road makes it come and another turns it off. Sometimes it happens so quickly, only the message and traction control disabled light comes on, sometimes only the chime comes in. Sometimes the message stays up and the brake warning and traction control light comes on, sometimes for a few minutes, sometimes a couple of seconds. To compound the problem, there appears to be an issue in sourcing replacement parts resulting in a delay in repair. A delay in repair could result in a additional damage to the vehicle, not using the vehicle (not an option) or ultimately an accident.
- 12/29/2022· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
During the month of July 2021 I would get a message to service the antilock brakes. At 16400 miles I took the truck to the dealer any they replaced the Control Anti-lock brake system and Module. Part numbers 68143491AA & 68347098AB. As of this week with 24400 miles on the truck I am getting the same intermittent message. The the message comes up with shuts down cruise control, makes a chime noise and turns on dash lights. The message will come up stopped to moving at any speed.
- 12/29/2022· SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Anti lock brakes are on and no towing brakes. Replaced hydraulic control unit and ABS control module. Message showing service anti lock and ABS. Dash continually ding to service. Unable to reset.
- 12/28/2025· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
My 2018 RAM 2500 has had an ABS system recall since Nov 2024. My truck has had a problem with the ABS since 2019. I do not have anit-lock brakes or cruise control as a result of this failure to be able to resolve the problem. Over a year since the recall, and still no parts available. How long is the NHTSA going to let RAM get away with this?? Maybe after some has an accident or hurts someone they will respond. I have been a RAM owner since 1989 since the first CUMMINS engine was put in their 2500's. I'm VERY disappointed in RAM, and the NHTSA for not resolving this.
- 12/28/2025· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
I am the owner of a 2018 RAM 2500 that is subject to NHTSA safety recall 24V-896 (manufacturer recall C4B), involving a potential failure of the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) affecting ABS, electronic stability control, and traction control systems. This recall has been active for over one year on my vehicle. Despite repeated contact with authorized RAM dealerships and the manufacturer, I have been informed that no repair remedy or replacement parts are available, and no timeline has been provided for when the recall can be completed. This is a brake-related safety recall, and the continued inability to repair the vehicle creates an ongoing safety risk. The manufacturer has not provided an interim remedy, loaner vehicle, or alternative solution. I am filing this complaint to document that the recall remains unresolved due to parts unavailability and to request NHTSA review of the extended delay in providing a safety remedy.
- 12/28/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
ABS warning light comes on and message to get ABS serviced appears...took truck to local auto repair and they checked ABS and said ABS module was bad...tried to get part but was told it would be June 2024 ( 6 mos ) before part would be available...was told this was a common problem and it SHOULD be a recall on the module but so far no recall..I got on line and found out that this part is defective and can cause serious brake problems...Class action suit is in the works
- 12/28/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
At 50k miles the ABS/Traction control lights illuminate on and off, cruise does not function as well. The code states ABS pump and/or electronic controller. The dealership is replacing both and updating software for $1600. Researching the HD Ram forums I found this is extremely common for 2017 and 2018 models. NHTSA as of November 2022 is investigating.
- 12/28/2022· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
ABS and Traction Control warning lights flash on and off constantly and there is a warning tone that beeps non-stop on my 2018 Ram 2500. When these warnings appear, the ABS System and the Traction Control are disabled along with the cruise control. This has happened twice already, and my truck only has 4000 miles on it. The first time was in October 2021 when the truck had under 3000 miles on it. The dealership replaced the ABS pump which fixed the problem temporarily. In August 2022 the same problem appeared, and the same warning lights came on. At this time the truck had around 4000 miles on it. I took the truck in for service in October 2022 and even though the truck was out of warranty, I still had an extended warranty contract. This time I was told it was the ABS Control Module and that the part was on backorder for 3 months or more and that since they could not get the part I was not covered by the extended warranty and was charged a $175.00 diagnostic fee, but that if they were able to get the part that I would have been covered by the warranty. All the dealership was able to do was reset the code which lasted for about 20 minutes before the problem started again. It is now December 28, 2022, and I have had to drive around for the last 6 months with the dashboard flashing and the truck constantly beeping and with the ABS, Traction Control and Cruise Control disabled. I have seen hundreds of complaints regarding the same problem and yet Dodge has not issued a recall regarding this issue. It's beyond comprehension that my truck has had the same problem twice and it only has 4000 miles on it and now Dodge is telling everybody that the part is not available until next year, and so everybody that has this same problem has to drive their truck around with flashing warning lights on the dashboard and a constant dinging tone which gets very distracting and annoying, and on top of that their ABS and Traction Control is disabled. This was my first and last Dodge.
- 12/28/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
ABS module failure, part has been on back order over 2 months, was told by 2 dealers this is a common problem and to limit driving, this problem also affects the towing features and will not allow the trailer brakes to activate.
- 12/28/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
Service electronic brake/ service ABS warning lights come on intermittently causing cruise control to disengage. This is the second time this issue has arose. The first time the dealer replaced the HCU. This is a common problem and needs to be addressed and a recall initiated. The parts seem to be defective because this problems continually occurs.
- 12/28/2021· FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Randomly my 2018 ram 2500 ABS/Traction control go out. It’ll happen for 10mins in an out. Sometimes not at all, and others all the time. When the ABS and traction control like come on and off on the dash it causes the brakes to become spongy and harder to brake.
- 12/27/2025· SERVICE BRAKES
I am forced to drive a vehicle through the winter with a known safety defect - an ABS system that does not work properly. I was told by Ram corporate they were trying to source parts - it has been several months and still no resolution. I was told I could rent a car at my expense to drive in the winter, or try and find the parts to repair and do it at my cost. They are obviously trying to avoid paying for the repair, and putting me and my family at risk.
- 12/27/2024· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and the "Service ABS" message was displayed while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who determined that the failure was related to the recall; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- 12/27/2024· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the warning light indicating the hydraulic control unit had failed was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who repaired the hydraulic control unit and confirmed that the recall did not have a remedy available. The contact stated the dealer had charged them for the repair due to the remedy not being available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened a case regarding the matter. The manufacturer confirmed there was no remedy for the recall. The failure mileage was 36,547. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- 12/27/2023· SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
At exactly 75100 miles my 2018 Ram 2500 Tradesman gets a warning light to service my anti-lock braking system. Since I was on a trip I also noticed when the warning comes on it also disengages the cruise control. This has been happening for over 1,000 miles and a couple of months. I've tried to look up to see if there's a recall, but there isn't. I do see several hundred posts/complaints online and even other people contacting NHTSB about this issue. My truck seems to be acting fine now, but I haven't had the time to bring it into a dealership since I'm constantly on the road. I have tried to contact a Ram dealership service department, but no help come of it. Since Ram knows about this, they should recall the trucks and fix them.
- 12/27/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
2018 Ram 2500 ABS hydraulic control unit failure
- 12/27/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
I have the dreaded Ram 2500 ABS/HCU issue. Light constantly coming on/off, appears to hinder the abs from working, very noticeable when towing the boat in the rain.
- 12/27/2022· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
Sporadic light warnings displayed on dashboard along with warnings of Traction control and Service ABS control module. C0020-01 code pulled with code reader. Dealership diagnosed that ABS Pump motor control failure and replacement was needed. Parts on recall until earliest Jan 2023.
- 12/26/2024· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
My abs control warning goes on and off and will not allow me to use cruise control and is constantly beeping at me.
- 12/26/2023· POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
I purchased the truck used from Kunes dealership in Sterling Illinois with about 80k miles. It shifted harder than I was use to in low gears, right off the bat. I was advised everything was good with it at the oil changes and inspections. In June 2023 I noticed it would not shift into reverse and without yanking in the shifter. It lunges once forward while in park in my driveway. At just over 100k miles the check engine light came on. Coded as needing a new transmission. Also in September 2023 while driving it a brake warning light flickered in and went off. Haven’t seen it again. I think there are problems with this truck. The shifting slow and hard in low gears seemed odd and I worried about proper acceleration to avoid a rear end collision. I understand very little about vehicles but this one has been doing dangerous things that makes me worry about the safety of it.
- 12/26/2023· SERVICE BRAKES
My ABS and traction control lights come on and off. When the lights are on I have no ABS or cruise control. When the lights turn on and off it's a distraction to my driving. If I am driving with cruise control and the ABS light activates I lose cruise control and have an abrupt decrease in speed. If I brake on a slick surface such as mud without ABS sometimes I skid and my stopping distance is increased.
- 12/26/2023· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the electronic braking system was inoperable. While driving at various speeds, the electronic braking system intermittently became inoperable. The service electronic braking service light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer on several occasions, where it was diagnosed that the main module and wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The mechanic informed the contact that the parts were on back order. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The VIN was not available.
- 12/26/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
My hydraulic control unit for my abs system is malfunctioning and allows my brakes to lock up with very little brake pressure applied. The faulty abs/hcu module is a known problem with Chrysler and they refuse to issue a voluntary safety recall and replace the parts. There are also no reputable sources of a replacement part so I am unable to perform the necessary repairs on my own. The module also triggers a repeated loud auditory and visual alert continuously when operating the vehicle that is incredibly distracting to the driver and contributes to an additional unsafe environment for operating the vehicle. Additionally the faulty module also periodically kicks off cruise control uncommitted adding to the unsafe nature of the fault, especially when driving at highway speeds.
- 12/26/2022· SUSPENSION
Death wobble while driving south on 95 approaching 71 MPH.
- 12/26/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
while driving the vehicle beeps several times indicating that there is an issue with the ABS, also notice the traction control and ABS was lite up on the indicator panel. i was on the highway and before i could find a safe place to pull over both the beeping and the illumination cleared. several days later it showed up again and disappeared just as fast. this issue just happen, so i'm doing some research to see if there are any recalls.
- 12/26/2022· SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Service ABS and traction control warnings go on and off, on and off, on and off etc to the point where the vehicle isn’t drivable. The truck has only 14k miles and is out of warranty. Took it to the dealer, they said it is a known issue and that the ABS hydraulic control unit needs replacing but it is on back order until at least January of 2023. So now I have a $60k truck that is not safe to drive and can’t even get it fixed.
- 12/25/2019· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
THE FUEL TAKE DOES NOT ALLOW PRESSURE TO RELEASE CAUSING A ENGINE LIGHT AND REFILLING PROBLEMS. I CAN GET ABOUT HALF A GALLON IN AT THE PUMPS AT A TIME. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED RANDOMLY ABOUT 8 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE OF THE NEW TRUCK. THE DEALER HAS HAD THE VEHICLE IN 4 TIMES NOW. 1. DIAGNOSTIC, COMPUTER AND ENGINE LIGHT RESET. 2. DIAGNOSTIC, ENGINE LIGHT AND REFILL PIPE REPLACEMENT. 3. DIAGNOSTIC, ENGINE LIGHT AND FULL TANK REPLACEMENT. 4. DIAGNOSTIC, ENGINE LIGHT AND NO SOLUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TESTED AT DIFFERENT GAS STATION PUMPS ALL PRODUCING THE SAME RESULT. FAILURE TO FILL CONTINUOUSLY AND REPEAT ENGINE LIGHT.
- 12/24/2025· SERVICE BRAKES
After several visits to dealership, I have been told I am not able to get this recall remedied. I am stuck with a vehicle that is unsafe to drive, according to the Dodge dealership and unable to be traded in. I am now having a financial loss as I pay for rent on my RV and am unable to pull it due to the faulty part and safety concern. The ABS indicator and traction control light is lit on the dash. This started about 6 months ago. Periodically, I believe the brakes are failing as I can feel it on the front end. The cruise control no longer works on the vehicle and a buzzing sound comes on while driving. The warning indicators have been confirmed through the dealership mechanic and code readers. The staff at all dealerships I have visited have been of no assistance and virtually told me I am just out of luck. I commute to work and travel for pleasure. As an older individual, I do not have the financial means to take the loss on a vehicle and just buy another. How does one take a $60k loss like this because Mopar has not fulfilled their commitment to provide quality parts and remedy a safety recall?
- 12/24/2025· SERVICE BRAKES
The recall has been active for over a year without repair authorization due to no parts being identified.
- 12/24/2024· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The uconnect screen has de-laminated causing random messages and a beep. Must try to exit message while driving. This is distracting and unsafe while driving. The problem may go away after restarting vehicle. It is now happening every time I use the truck. Dealer has informed me that this a known problem, but no recall. Estimated cost to me to fix could be $1,000 to $2,000. Why is this not a safety recall?